Pregnancy can be an emotional rollercoaster and more often than not women and their partners may worry about the sex positions they can try that are both comfortable and in no way, harmful to the baby. Let’s lay waste to the myths now. Sex, even whilst pregnant, is safe. The various movements during intercourse won’t…
Early pregnancy detection signs vary with each individual and can be wide-ranging and easily mistaken for other causes. It may be a challenge to discern whether or not you’re pregnant. But don’t panic, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll take a look at the subtle and not so subtle indicators you might experience…
Abortion is a polarising, highly emotional issue for a couple; however, you must know that you shouldn’t feel ashamed or scared to speak to your partner about wanting an abortion. In this article, we’ll provide you with five ways to help discuss abortion with your significant other. Your body, your choice All South African women…
Abortion takes an emotional toll on many women. Temporary feelings of shame and guilt are common, but they usually subside quite quickly. However, women, especially those who have dangerous backstreet abortions, are usually not told about post-abortion emotions, and this can cause a spiral of heightened feelings of anxiety and even cause depression. Even though…
The majority of contraceptives on the market are considered to be safe for women breastfeeding a child; but there are a few types that can lower your milk supply. In this article, we’ll discuss contraception that is safe to use and which you should avoid. Safe to use Progestin-only contraceptives Progestin-only contraceptives come in several…
There’s no doubt that parenting a new-born is challenging, especially if you’re a first-time mom. A lack of sleep and expressing breast milk are just two physical challenges that you’ll need to overcome. It’s probable that you’ll also experience emotional pain called ‘baby blues’ which according to the Mayo Clinic includes, ‘mood swings, crying spells…
Giving birth to a child is one of the most beautiful part of your life. However, you’re naturally going to gain weight during the pregnancy, and many women find it difficult to shed the kilos after they’ve given birth. Don’t worry. We’re here to help you with five healthy post-pregnancy weight loss tips. According to…
An ectopic pregnancy arises when the fertilised egg implants and begins to grow, outside of the uterus. It cannot be left untreated as it can cause life-threatening bleeding. Here’s everything you need to know about an ectopic pregnancy. An ectopic pregnancy usually occurs in one of your fallopian tubes (the tube that carries the fertilised…
If you smoke, drink or are malnourished during pregnancy, it increases the risks of harming the baby, sometimes to such an extent that you may have no option but to terminate the pregnancy. It’s essential for women to know how to optimise their health during pregnancy. Here are five ways that will contribute to having…
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the arteries as it travels through your body. If the force gets higher, it leads to hypertension (high blood pressure) which can cause damage to the arteries, resulting in pregnancy complications for you and your baby; other life-threatening issues include stroke, aneurysm and heart attack.